January weather forecast
Katowice, Poland

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Weather in January

The onset of the year in Katowice, Poland brings icy and chilly conditions. The legacy of the preceding winter month lingers with substantial snowfall of 179mm (7.05") making it the snowiest month of the year. January's frigid atmosphere is only moderately tempered by the arrival of February as temperatures stay well below freezing. Despite the frosty weather, the city experiences a unique tranquillity. Residents prepare for the relentless cold with warm clothing and indoor activities, eager for the promise of spring’s arrival.

Temperature

Katowice's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 0.3°C (32.5°F) and lows of -3.8°C (25.2°F).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

In Katowice, in January, during 9 rainfall days, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Katowice, Poland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162 days and collects up to 516mm (20.31") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall in Katowice. Snow falls for 16.7 days and accumulates 179mm (7.05") of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 8h and 37min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 07:43 and sunset at 15:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:20 and sunset at 16:34 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 3.4h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Katowice?

Katowice's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 0.3°C (32.5°F) and a low of -3.8°C (25.2°F).

How cold is January in Katowice?

In Katowice, in January, the average high-temperature is 0.3°C (32.5°F), and the average low-temperature is -3.8°C (25.2°F).

What is the most humid month in Katowice?

January is the most humid month in Katowice, Poland, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

What is the average humidity in January in Katowice?

In January, the average relative humidity in Katowice, Poland, is 88%.

How much does it rain in Katowice in January?

In Katowice, Poland, during January, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 39mm (1.54") of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Katowice?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Katowice. Snow falls for 16.7 days and accumulates 179mm (7.05") of snow.

How much does it snow in Katowice in January?

In Katowice, Poland, in January, snow falls for 16.7 days, with typically accumulated 179mm (7.05") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Katowice have in January?

In Katowice, Poland, the average day length in January is 8h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Katowice?

On the first day of January in Katowice, Poland, sunrise is at 07:43 and sunset at 15:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:20 and sunset at 16:34 CET.

How long on average sun shines in January in Katowice?

In Katowice, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.4h.

What is the UV index reading in January in Katowice?

In Katowice, Poland, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Katowice, Poland

Average temperature in January - Katowice, Poland
  • Average high temperature in January: 0.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (25°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (0.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: -3.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-3.8°C).

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Average pressure in January
Katowice, Poland

Average pressure in January - Katowice, Poland
  • Average pressure in January: 1017.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is October (1018.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Katowice, Poland

Average wind speed in January - Katowice, Poland
  • Average wind speed in January: 13.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (13.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.8km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Katowice, Poland

Average humidity in January - Katowice, Poland
  • Average humidity in January: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (66%).

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Average rainfall in January
Katowice, Poland

Average rainfall in January - Katowice, Poland
  • Average rainfall in January: 39mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (65mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (27mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Katowice, Poland

Average rainfall days in January - Katowice, Poland
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Katowice, Poland

Average snowfall in January - Katowice, Poland
  • Average snowfall in January: 179mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (179mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Katowice, Poland

Average snowfall days in January - Katowice, Poland
  • Average snowfall days in January: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Katowice, Poland

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Katowice, Poland
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Katowice, Poland

Average sunshine days in January - Katowice, Poland
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Katowice, Poland

Average UV index in January - Katowice, Poland
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Katowice, Poland

Average cloud cover in January - Katowice, Poland
  • Average cloud cover in January: 66

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in January
Katowice, Poland

Average visibility in January - Katowice, Poland
  • Average visibility in January: 7km

The month with the highest visibility is August (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (7km).

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